1983 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 525 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
